The Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center welcomes hikers, snowshoers and skiers on the grounds during daylight hours at no cost. The seven miles of ski trails are open from 9 a.m. to sunset. No dogs on ski trails, and pets should be on a leash. Ski and snowshoe rental is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday and other times by appointment. Contact PWELC at 320-354-5894 or by e-mail at pwelc@co.kandiyohi.mn.us. For more information check the Web site at www.prairiewoodselc.org or call.

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Sibley State Park

The Interpretive Center's hours vary. Sibley State park programs are on the weekends at the Interpretive Center and are led by the park naturalist or visiting expert. A vehicle permit is required to enter the park and they are available at the park office. For more information call 320-354-2002. For current information on trail conditions visit the DNR Web site at www.dnr.state.mn.us.

Snowshoeing for Kids: 2 p.m. Jan. 2-3, weather permitting. Kids 10 years of age and older are invited for a little winter fun. Snowshoes will be provided to the first 10 kids who call to reserve a pair. Kids must be accompanied by one adult. For reservations, call 320-354-2055. Refreshments and a nature DVD will follow the hike.

Physical activities

Willmar Civic Center

Skating and curling will be either in the Civic Center or the Blue Line Arena; $2 for all ages; $1.50 skate rental, unless otherwise stated.

Open skating: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sundays

Leisure time hockey, adults only: 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. Sunday

Youth open hockey, grades 4 through 9: times will vary on Monday evenings.

Outdoor skating rinks

Warming houses: Garfield, Lincoln and Hilltop, open and staffed, at 4 p.m. school days, 1 p.m. weekends and school holidays; close at 9 p.m. nightly; close at 7 p.m. New Year's Eve.

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